'Bright Minds Scholarships' from IIT Kanpur pave the way for the innovators

Science and technology are changing at a very rapid pace. The Indian Institute of Technology, IIT Kanpur, is leading the way in developing the next generation of leaders in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, as the demand for people with expertise in AI, machine learning, and data science is soaring.

IIT Kanpur demonstrated its leadership in these quickly expanding sectors by placing second in India and an astounding 36th internationally in the Data Science & Artificial Intelligence category of the 2024 QS World University Rankings by topics. Ranked third in the nation, the highly sought-after Computer Science Department features several of the top computer scientists, educators, and consultants in the country, as well as innovative research and high-caliber products in the field of digital security.

IIT Kanpur's innovation and startup environment, which was named the best in the nation by NIRF 2024, guarantees that students have plenty of chances to experiment and gain practical experience through internships and entrepreneurship while pursuing their studies.

 IIT Kanpur introduces ‘Bright mind scholarships’

- IIT Kanpur announces the continuation of the "Bright Minds Scholarships" for a fourth year in a row, marking another step in its support of gifted students in the wake of the JEE Advanced 2024 results.

- IIT Kanpur alumni Lokvir Kapoor has generously donated ten outstanding scholarships. The recipients of these scholarships are All-India top 100 rank holders of JEE Advanced 2024 who have been enrolled to IIT Kanpur's BTech/BS programs.

- The annual value of each scholarship is Rs 3 lakh, and it covers living expenses as well as tuition for all four years.

Through smart collaborations and creative projects, IIT Kanpur is staying ahead of the curve in a world where digital revolution is reshaping society. AI research initiatives that include students, teachers, and industry professionals directly are the emphasis of the relationship with Samsung R&D Institute, Noida; on the other hand, the forthcoming Medical School will use AI to revolutionise healthcare delivery through telemedicine.